SCOPE: Musical swing drumming, including reading, interpreting and improvising within the Big Band format.

Developing the “Basie groove”

Time and dynamic consistency

Articulation and voicing – “getting a good sound”

Figure interpretation and improvisation

Learning “what not to play”

Setting up fills and accents

Counting techniques – knowing the “natural pulse”

Soloing within a chart

Independence systems and concepts

Practical tips on CDs, books and songs that can be applied to advance skills quickly

Auditioning tips

Please send an email with your questions and provide a brief description of your musical background if you wish. If you provide your phone number we can talk in person about how these workshops might help you.